Cybersecurity, FinTech Professionals Lead 2024 Knockout Fraud Conference

The 2024 Knockout Fraud conference recently wrapped up its third successful year at The Peacock in downtown Charleston on October 11th. The event gathered industry experts who engaged attendees in discussions on challenging yet critical topics such as understanding cryptocurrency, combating human trafficking through anti-fraud efforts, and raising awareness about elder exploitation.

Dedicated to advancing fraud education and prevention, the conference provided attendees with valuable insights and practical tips to safeguard themselves in an increasingly digital world. Sessions covered a wide array of themes, from navigating the complexities of online interactions to addressing burnout among anti-fraud professionals and fostering community involvement in fraud awareness.

Keynote speakers for the day included:

John
Bridge

“Crypto Fundamentals”

President of Government Security at Trump Stamp

Ian
Mitchell

“Fraud Fighters Fighting Human Crime”

Founder of the Knoble and Co-Founder of Mission Omega

Shelley
Puckett

“Like, Share, and Don’t Get Scammed”

Director of Brand Marketing at REV Federal Credit Union

Dr. Melissa
Furman

“Navigating and Overcoming Burnout”

Founder and CEO of Career Potential

Cassandra
Russell

“Fraud Awareness and Community Engagement”

Financial Educator at REV Federal Credit Union

Anthony
Carbone

“Available CISA Services to Aid in Mitigating Financial Sector Data Breaches”

Cybersecurity Advisor at CISA

This full-day event brought together professionals from diverse sectors, with participation from representatives of 15 financial institutions, six law enforcement agencies, Homeland Security, and organizations dedicated to fighting fraud and crime. This collaborative gathering emphasizes the collective commitment to addressing the multifaceted challenges surrounding fraud and related crimes.

Highlighted at the conference was the considerable impact of fraud training, as evidenced in the data shared from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners’ (ACFE) Occupational Fraud 2024: A Report to the Nations. Research revealed that organizations investing in comprehensive fraud training experienced significantly lower losses compared to those that did not. These findings underscore the critical role that events like Knockout Fraud play in equipping anti-fraud professionals, their colleagues, and the broader community with essential fraud knowledge and skills.

For those who were unable to attend, valuable resources are still available, including speaker presentation decks, social media materials, and marketing content. These resources serve as informative tools to raise awareness and foster a safer, more resilient community.